Originally a follow-up to the outstandingly successful "Blankets and Throws", the newly-reformatted "More Blankets and Throws" has over 100 different blanket squares that can be knitted up to create a dozen unique blankets or throws in a variety of styles. Projects range from baby's first comfort blanket in bright blocks, to subtle motifs embellished with beads and buttons for the style-conscious teenager. Full instructions are given for each square, including expert advice on how to knit with several colours and how to bead with confidence.Follow the patterns given or have fun experimenting by choosing from the rich assortment of squares. Clear, step-by-step instructions show you how to piece the squares together to create your own unique afghan. The designs combine a range of knitting techniques, from intarsia through to textured stitches, with some knitted in clean, matt cottons, and others in soft, hairy winter yarns. Whatever your experience, be inspired by beautiful projects from beginner's basics to advanced challenges.Other titles in this series include "Blankets and Throws to Knit" (9781843404712), "25 Cushions to Knit" (9781843405092) and "Zoe Mellor's 50 Baby Bootees to Knit" (9781843405078). This title includes: 12 great projects, with patterns for 100 distinctive squares; step-by-step instructions to piece the squares together for unique designs; varied knitting techniques, from intarsia to textured stitches; and, new paperback format - over 7000 copies sold in hardback (9781843403098).

Author Biography

Debbie Abrahams is renowned for her vibrant, contemporary hand-knit designs that have inspired knitters all over the world. She has a keen eye for colour and stitch detail, which has resulted in unique designs for knitters of all abilities. Previously a Design Consultant Manager for Rowan Yarns, Debbie is now a freelance design consultant teaching and encouraging knitters to keep the craft of hand-knitting alive. Her first book Blankets & Throws to Knit (9781855859661) sold over 10,000 copies, and her second, 25 Cushions to Knit (1843401576) repeated its success. Another of Debbie's popular titles is 25 Beaded Knits (9781843404248). Debbie lives in Nottingham.